Goa and West coast itineraries are the ideal things to explore the beautiful sights of Goa and all the western grandeur of India.
Day 01 - Arrive Mumbai
This is the first day of the Goa and West coast tour. In the beginning of the tour, tourists will arrive at the city of Mumbai. After arriving in the city, tourists will have to transform to the famous hotels of Mumbai where they can relax and take rest. Tourists will have to spend the night in the hotels to rejuvenate their body, mind, and soul.
Day 02 – Mumbai
On the next morning, as a tourist you can explore the sprawling Mumbai city. To explore the city, first you will take a walk along side the famous Juhu beach. A sightseeing tour to the famous Mumbai city also includes a visit to the famous Elephanta caves and the Gateway of India. Elephanta caves are a famous tourist destination of Mumbai and it is dated back to 600 AD. Each year, thousands of foreign as well as local tourists visit this place while traveling to the beautiful sites of the city. This place features the original spiritual energy of India. It also features impressive Indian rock-cut architecture and stone sculptures of Hindu Gods and Goddesses. This 7th century rock - cut cave temples are dedicated to Hindu lord Shiva. After a long day journey, you will spend night at hotel.
Day 03 - Mumbai to Goa
In the next morning, as a tourist, you will have to move to the airport and to catch a flight to Goa. By reaching the exotic beach land of Goa, you will take rest for the entire day in the serene and tranquil beaches of Goa.
Day 04 -Goa
Now, on the 4th day of the Goa and West Coast Itineraries, you will visit the city, which is known as the ‘Archaeologist's Delight’. By traveling both the North Goa and South Goa, you will explore the picturesque state of Goa. Both the North as well as South Goa features some of the wonderful beaches including lush greenery and palm trees.
Day 05 - Goa
The day 5th begins with a relaxation and laze around on the sun soaked beaches of Goa. In the evening, you will enjoy the delicious Sea food Bar-be-cue on the beach. Yu can also taste the jumbo prawns, juicy lobsters, and other local seafood delicacies. These are the major parts of the bar-be-cue set up of the Goan beach. Apart from these, tourists can also indulge themselves in some of the thrilling water sport events and dive into the cool pristine waters of the Arabian Sea. Take a night rest at the hotel room.
Day 06 - Goa - Belgaum - Badami
This is the 6th day of the tour. After having breakfast, tourists will have to drive for the Belgaum. They can also visit Badami while traveling to the Belgaum. The old town area of Belgaum features cotton and silk weavers stands wonderfully besides the modern British Cantonment. It also has a wide selection of temples and churches that are wonderful tourist destinations of Belgaum. Moreover, this place has an attractive heritage and offers so many things to discover. Tourists can visit the famous Fort which is placed in the heart of the Belgaum town. There are some of the most famous tourist places inside the town. These famous places include Kamala Basti, the Jama Masjid, The Kapileshwar Temple, the Jain Temple, and the Ananthashayana. Tourists will spend the night at the hotel room.
Day 07 - Badami
Badami offers tourists so much to visit that includes Gateways, the Rock-cut cave Temples, Inscriptions, Forts, and various Sculptures. Take a flight to reach the ancient caves of Badami. The Bhutanatha temples are also known as the must visited sites of Badami. There is beautiful lake just beneath the cave temples. You can take a dip in this green and tranquil water of the lake. It is said that, the water of this late have some special healing properties. Badami also features the eighteen inscriptions that are ranging from 06th to 09th century. An overnight stay at hotel will end the 7th day of the tour.
Day 08 – Badami – Aihole – Pattadakal – Hospet
In the next morning of the tour, tourists will have to take a trip to Hospet by visiting both Aihole and Pattadakal, which are located on the way to Hospet. Aihole is better known as the ‘cradle of the Indian Architecture’. It has over a hundred beautiful temples scattered around the village. The Lad Khan temple is the oldest temple among all the temples and it is dating back to the 5th Century. Tourists will also visit Pattadakal, which cuddles by the Malaprabha River. It is a world heritage centre and boasts of approximately 10 major temples, which are representing the early Chalukyan architecture. After visiting all the architectural work, tourists will drive to Hospet in the evening. Spend the night at the hotel room and it will end the 8th day of the tour.
Day 09 - Hospet
Day 9 will be the most interesting day for tourists. From the morning, tourists will get the chance to explore the beautiful world of Hospet. Hampi is the most visited tourist site of Hospet and from across the world tourists visit this place to experience the medieval Vijaynagar Empire. This site is around13 kilometers away from the Hospet and it is the most reminiscent of all the ruins in Karnataka. Being known as a famous World Heritage Center, Hampi is full of delightful surprises. After all day traveling, you can spend the night at the hotel room for relaxation.
Day 10 - Hospet to Hassan
On the next morning, after having your breakfast, you can proceed towards Hassan. It is a popular tourist destination where you can see the famous Hasanamba Temple. While on a tour to Hassan, you can also visit to Belur and Halebid, which is a superb example of Hoyasala's architectural work. The Chennakeshava Temple is also a major thing to visit in Hassan. Spend an overnight at the hotel room.
Day 11 - Hassan - Shravanbelagola - Hassan
On the 11th day of the tour, as a tourist, you will see the splendor of Shravanabelgola, which is placed around 51 kilometers southeast of Hassan. Here one can also visit the 17 meters high stone statue of Lord Bahubali. This statue is the world's tallest monolithic statue. After all day traveling, you can take rest at the hotel or you can move around the local sites to explore the surroundings. Spend your night at hotel to end the day 11.
Day 12 - Hassan to Madikeri
The day 12 begins with the journey to Madikeri, which is also called ‘Scotland Of India’. After refreshing, you go out and visit some of the local attractions that include Madikeri Fort, Nisargadhama, and Abbey Falls. Nisargadhama is a famous picnic spot, which is famous for its calm and serene beauty. Abbey Falls is an exciting falls that has steep climbs and sharp curves. You can spend the night at the hotel room.
Day 13 - Madikeri to Mysore
The day 13 begins with a drive to the stunning locales of Mysore. On the arrival at Mysore, tourists have to check in into hotel. First, they will refresh themselves and after that they can visit some of the local attractions, which comprise Chamundi hills, Brindavan Gardens, and Mysore Palace. Brindavan Gardens is a beautiful site featuring musical fountains and various colorful lights that transform this tourist site into a fairyland. You will spend the night at the hotel.
Day 14 – Mysore
On the next morning, tourists will be visiting the famous gallery of Sri Jauyachamarajendra Art Gallery. This famous art gallery has a wide collection of excellent paintings. In the afternoon, tourists can visit to Somnathpur, which is a little village featuring all famous 13th century temple with grand architectural splendor. Spend the night at the hotel room to start a new day.
Day 15 - Mysore - Srirangapatnam to Bangalore
This is the 15th day of the tour and on the 15th day, tourists are free to explore the picturesque local surroundings. In the afternoon, you will drive to Bangalore by visiting Srirangapatnam. Srirangapatnam is the capital of the warrior King Hyder Ali and his famous son Tipu Sultan. In the evening, tourists will be moved to Bangalore city and there they have to take a night rest.
Day 16 -Bangalore - Mumbai
Day 16th is the last date of the tour and on the last day, tourists can explore the beautiful sites of the city of Bangalore. The Bangalore city is well known as the 'city of gardens'. Some of the major attractions of this city include Vidhan Saudha, Nandi Temple, etc.
Tourists can visit all of these local attractions while traveling to the beautiful city of Bangalore. In the evening, they will catch the flight to Bombay. On arriving Mumbai, they will relax and take a nap at the hotel rooms. After having dinner, they will arrive at the International Airport to catch a flight back to their hometowns.
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